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SOIREE AT DESIGN FX
(article first published : 2008-05-19)

Design FX at Longmynd in Hillcrest will host a soiree on May 24, showcasing the talent of gifted young operatic stars-in-the-making: soprano Nonhlanhla Mthimkhulu and tenor Thamsanqa Mqaba. Accompanied by Juan Burgers, the singers will perform a programme of music spanning three centuries, from Monteverdi to Freddie Mercury.

Hosted by two of South Africa’s leading lifestyle trendsetters, design duo Martin Bekker and Duncan Dustan, the high-profile event will be held in Design FX’s atmospheric Spanish courtyard. Enclosed by its circular show-room, the venue offers a magnificent setting for live music recitals.

Offsetting Design FX’s eclectic range of hand-crafted décor, which is imported from eight countries ranging from Morocco to the Philippines, Jaguar’s highly prized XF 4.2l V8 will be on display for close-up viewing by motoring and design enthusiasts.

Drinks and snacks will be served, with authentic Thai cuisine prepared on site. A marimba duo, presented under the aegis of the Department of Arts, Culture and Tourism, will entertain guests before the event and during interval.

The soiree takes place at Design FX at Longmynd, 24 Old Main Road in Hillcrest, at 16h00. While admission is free, booking is essential as seating is limited. Call 031 765 7738 or email info@designfx.co.za by Wednesday May 21.